I am pretty stoked to get some new sets started. Got a few new lenses, some ideas and can't wait to shoot some outdoor stuff. May shoot a quick indoor set as well as soon as my models tooth surgery swelling goes down. I learned a lot about the egos on here and have avoided the site related groups. I have been kickin it in some other groups and finally found the intelligent people. I've been having a better time checking out their groups. I've also found some actual photographers with great portfolios and some cool members that have the same mindset. Feel free to check out my pics. There are some preview shots from a set coming up in late april and a set in early may....+ a few other tidbits. I have been a photography student of a well established photographer in the state who travels, does all styles and is frequently published. I am lucky to have this friend as a mentor who has given me priceless information and guidance through this entire process. I learned quickly on here that a lot of people fancy themselves photographers and are quick to attack any new comers. Like they say, another pirana in the tank. Fuck it. I'm not here to be a SG groupie but to take pictures of my model and support her on this venture. Other than that, I'd be happy shooting ramp and pool parties at local skateboard parks and of coarse some artsy fartsy stuff. People seem to take this way too serious but if you learn to ignore the retards and super egos you can still find pretty girls and great photographers. -MIKE D.